President Donald Trump discussed a plan to stop electric customers from paying extra costs caused by building new data centers for artificial intelligence (AI). He wants to protect ratepayers from increased electricity bills linked to these AI facilities.
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President Trump spoke about protecting ratepayers from bearing costs of new AI data centers.
AI data centers need a lot of electricity to operate.
Building these centers can lead to higher electric bills for customers if costs are passed on.
The plan aims to prevent these extra costs from being charged to electricity users.
Trump made these comments during a news segment covered by CBS News.
The focus is on managing expenses linked to growing AI infrastructure.
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Two Jewish men were stabbed near Central Park in New York City and taken to the hospital. Police have a person of interest in custody and are investigating the attack as antisemitic.
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The stabbing happened on Manhattan's Upper West Side near West 84th Street and Central Park West.
Victims are two men, aged 57 and 50, who were visibly Jewish; one wore a kippah (a Jewish head covering).
Both men were stabbed in the torso and taken to Mount Sinai Hospital.
The attack occurred on Tisha B'Av, a Jewish day of fasting and mourning.
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin called it an antisemitic stabbing.
Police have arrested a suspect, described as possibly using a screwdriver and yelling "Allahu Akbar."
The Auschwitz Jewish Center Foundation called for a thorough investigation and more protection for Jewish communities.
Officials expressed concern about safety and emphasized the need to condemn antisemitism.
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Alphabet (Google's parent company) and Tesla are facing pressure to keep spending money on artificial intelligence (AI) because competition is getting tougher. Investors on Wall Street are starting to wonder if the high costs of AI development are worth it. The episode also discusses the economic impact of Canada's wildfires and President Donald Trump's new plans for tariffs that could affect global trade.
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Alphabet and Tesla released recent financial results showing ongoing investment in AI.
Competition in AI technology is increasing, causing companies to spend more.
Wall Street investors are concerned about the large expenses in the AI race.
Canada's wildfires are causing growing economic problems.
Ketchup-flavored potato chips are popular only in Canada.
President Donald Trump is restarting tariff talks that might change world trade rules.
The discussion took place on BBC's Business Daily program with hosts in Hanoi and Toronto.
The Google logo image mentioned was from a tech trade show in Las Vegas in January 2024.
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Activists in Ghana call for new laws to protect people accused of witchcraft after the brutal killing of a 90-year-old woman six years ago. They say justice has not been fully achieved for victims of such accusations.
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A 90-year-old woman in Ghana was killed six years ago after being accused of witchcraft.
Activists want laws that protect people accused of witchcraft to prevent violence.
The current justice system in Ghana has not fully addressed these cases.
Witchcraft accusations continue to be a problem in some communities.
Ghana is part of a broader discussion about human rights in Africa.
The issue has drawn attention from local and international groups.
There is no specific law in Ghana targeting protection for victims of witchcraft accusations.
Calls for new laws aim to stop such killings and protect vulnerable people.
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Tampa, Charleston, and Des Moines airports will join a new TSA program called Gold+ that uses private companies for airport security screening while the TSA keeps oversight. The program aims to improve security and speed through private investment and new technology, but it has raised concerns from the union representing TSA workers about public safety and job losses.
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The TSA Gold+ program expands the current Screening Partnership Program by allowing private contractors to handle more security tasks, including using screening technology.
Gold+ will launch at Des Moines airport in January 2027, Charleston in February 2027, and Tampa in May 2027.
TSA remains responsible for security standards and overall supervision under Gold+.
The Gold+ program currently operates at 20 airports, including San Francisco International and Kansas City International.
The union representing TSA officers (AFGE) warns the program could harm public safety and lead to fewer government TSA jobs.
The union is concerned that the TSA is both setting security rules and checking its own work, which they believe is a conflict of interest.
The administration’s fiscal year 2027 budget proposes cutting about 8,400 TSA workers, with roughly half replaced by private screeners.
The Aviation and Transportation Security Act of 2001 established TSA responsibility for airport security after the 9/11 attacks.
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The U.S. Education Department has changed its rules and will no longer consider policies that unintentionally harm certain student groups as discriminatory. This ends the use of a legal standard called "disparate impact" in cases like school discipline that affected students based on race or national origin unless the discrimination is intentional.
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The Education Department removed parts of its rules tied to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which protects against race or national origin discrimination.
Disparate impact means rules that harm one group more than others, even if not on purpose.
It has been used to challenge school discipline policies that result in Black students being punished more harshly, like suspensions or expulsions.
The Trump administration opposed policies aimed at reducing racial disparities in schools and directed this rule change.
Civil rights groups say discrimination is not always obvious and losing this standard weakens protections for students.
The new rule took effect immediately without public input, which is unusual for big changes.
Critics warn that without this rule, schools might continue unfair policies without fear of investigation.
Other federal agencies have also moved away from using disparate impact to enforce civil rights laws.
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Democratic members of Congress asked a federal appeals court to keep the current rules for prescribing the abortion pill mifepristone. They want to stop the court from bringing back a rule that would require patients to pick up the pill in person.
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All Democratic members of Congress signed a legal paper called an amicus brief.
The brief was sent to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit.
The Democrats want the court to keep the FDA’s current rules on mifepristone.
The court is considering whether to bring back an old rule that requires patients to get the pill in person.
Mifepristone is a pill used to help end early pregnancies.
The Democrats argue that keeping the current rules helps easier and safer access to abortion pills.
This case involves federal medical regulations and abortion access.
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Senator Tommy Tuberville criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani by saying the mayor might do something reckless that could lead to serious consequences, like being sent to Guantanamo Bay, a U.S. military prison in Cuba. Tuberville made these remarks during a public statement on Thursday.
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Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama and is a Republican.
Zohran Mamdani is the mayor of New York City and a Democrat.
Tuberville said Mamdani might do something “stupid” enough to get sent to Guantanamo Bay.
Guantanamo Bay is a U.S. military prison in Cuba, often called “Gitmo.”
The comments were made publicly on a Thursday.
Tuberville’s remarks express concern about Mamdani’s behavior or decisions.
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A recent Pew Research Center survey found that more Americans believe China is more advanced than the U.S. in artificial intelligence (AI). This comes amid accusations from officials in the Trump administration that a Chinese startup has stolen intellectual property related to AI.
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36% of Americans surveyed think China is ahead of the U.S. in AI development.
Only 12% of respondents believe the U.S. leads in AI.
The survey reflects public opinion during the Trump administration.
Officials from President Trump's administration have accused a Chinese company of stealing AI-related intellectual property.
Intellectual property means creations like designs or ideas that are legally owned and protected.
The topic highlights growing concerns about competition between the U.S. and China in technology.
The survey was conducted by the Pew Research Center, a nonpartisan organization that studies public opinion.
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Jimothy the raccoon has become popular online after being seen in Seattle and shared on social media. People across the internet have shown interest in the raccoon’s activities.
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Jimothy is a raccoon spotted in Seattle.
Videos and pictures of Jimothy were posted on social media.
Jimothy's posts gained many views and shares.
The raccoon’s behavior attracted attention from people online.
Jimothy became a viral internet sensation in July 2026.
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Axel Rudakubana, who killed three children and hurt others in a Southport dance class attack in 2024, has been moved from prison to a high-security psychiatric hospital. He was sentenced to 52 years in prison, but due to his age at the time of the crime, he will likely never be released.
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Axel Rudakubana murdered three children and injured ten people during a dance class in Southport in July 2024.
He was sentenced in January 2025 to 52 years in prison but cannot receive a whole life sentence because he was 17 during the attack.
Rudakubana has been transferred from HMP Belmarsh prison to Broadmoor, a secure psychiatric hospital in Berkshire.
The transfer followed an independent clinical assessment under the Mental Health Act.
His sentence remains unchanged; he will serve every day of the 52 years.
Broadmoor is one of three high-security psychiatric hospitals in England and Wales, specializing in care for men with severe mental health issues.
Keeping him in Broadmoor is more expensive than keeping him in prison, with costs around £270,000 per year compared to £97,740 at Belmarsh.
Rudakubana has shown mental health issues, including lack of empathy and fascination with violence, according to medical experts.
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President Donald Trump announced that more groups, including utilities and state governments, have joined a pledge for data centers to cover the cost of the electricity they use. He also defended data centers, highlighting their importance while promoting the idea that these centers should be financially responsible for their energy consumption.
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President Trump expanded a pledge requiring data centers to pay for the electricity they use.
The pledge was previously signed by major technology companies.
Utilities and state governments have now joined this pledge.
The announcement took place on a Thursday.
President Trump also spoke in defense of data centers during the announcement.
The goal is to have data centers financially cover their energy usage without external subsidies.
Data centers use large amounts of electricity to operate servers and store data for internet services.
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The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped to 187,000 last week, the lowest weekly total since 1969. This shows that job cuts remain very low despite economic uncertainty worldwide.
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Jobless benefit applications fell by 22,000 in the week ending July 18.
The total of 187,000 applications is the lowest since September 1969.
Analysts had expected about 215,000 new applications.
The data comes from the U.S. Labor Department.
Low layoffs suggest a strong job market despite global economic worries.
The report was released on a Thursday.
This decrease may influence views on the U.S. economy and employment.
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President Donald Trump welcomed Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers, who won the World Series twice in a row, to the White House for a celebration event. The team was honored in the Rose Garden, continuing a tradition of championship teams visiting the White House.
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The Dodgers won back-to-back World Series titles, with the latest victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.
The White House event took place in the Rose Garden and began at 4:30 p.m. EDT.
Dodgers star Mookie Betts did not attend, choosing to spend the day off with family.
The Dodgers’ manager, Dave Roberts, said the visit is about celebrating winning, not politics.
Championship teams have been visiting the White House since 1869.
President Trump praised Shohei Ohtani as one of the best hitters and pitchers in baseball.
Trump has a history as a baseball fan and association with New York baseball teams.
Trump commented on baseball team payrolls and performance during a recent rally.
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A valuable 18th-century painting by Scottish artist Katherine Read was confirmed as authentic on the BBC show Fake or Fortune. The portrait, which features an Indian woman from a royal family, is now estimated to be worth over £100,000.
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The painting was found wrapped in a sleeping bag and belonged to Mary-Louise Wedderburn, who inherited it from her uncle.
Katherine Read was a successful Scottish portrait artist known for painting women and children in the 18th century.
Experts, including art historian Charles Greig, authenticated the work by comparing it with other paintings by Read and through technical analysis.
The portrait shows an Indian woman wearing jewelry, believed to be part of the Nawab's royal family in Madras (now Chennai).
This painting is likely the earliest known European female artist’s portrait of an Indian sitter.
Katherine Read was paid more than some famous male artists of her time but was later forgotten.
The Fake or Fortune team used letters, wills, and family archives to learn more about Read and her subjects.
The painting may soon be exhibited publicly so it can be seen by a wider audience.
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Dr. Kim Sandler, who leads the Vanderbilt Lung Screening Program, shared three simple ways women can reduce their chances of getting lung cancer. She talked about these tips during a health-focused show with Anne Wojcicki and Shira Kupperman Boehler.
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Dr. Kim Sandler is the director of the Vanderbilt Lung Screening Program.
She discussed three ways to lower the risk of lung cancer for women.
The tips were shared on a health show called "Healthful."
Anne Wojcicki, former CEO of the genetic testing company 23andMe, was part of the conversation.
The discussion was featured on CBS News.
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A group of U.S. lawmakers, including Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and celebrity Paris Hilton, support a bill called the DEFIANCE Act. This law aims to help victims of fake sexual images or videos made with AI, by allowing them to sue those who create or share these images without permission.
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The DEFIANCE Act was introduced in May 2025 by Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
It targets AI-made fake sexual images or videos that show someone without their consent.
Victims can sue creators or distributors of these images and seek up to $250,000 in damages for cases related to sexual assault, stalking, or harassment.
The bill has bipartisan support with 57 cosponsors from both parties.
The Senate passed a similar version of this law unanimously in January 2025, but the House has made little progress since.
Paris Hilton supports the law, sharing her experience as a victim of nonconsensual explicit content.
The law aims to protect victims who suffer emotional and reputational harm, even if people know images are fake.
President Donald Trump signed a related law last year, called the Take It Down Act, which penalizes sharing nonconsensual intimate images, including fake ones.
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The UK government said it is always ready to protect itself after Iran called British military bases hosting US forces "legitimate targets." The UK allows the US to use some bases for defensive actions but is not involved in offensive strikes against Iran.
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Iran’s military group, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), warned countries supporting the US against Iran would face consequences.
The US has conducted a series of strikes against targets in Iran, using British bases like RAF Fairford.
The UK has not changed its policy under new Prime Minister Andy Burnham and continues to allow US defensive operations from its bases.
The UK government stated its armed forces are ready to defend the country at all times, using advanced air and missile defenses.
Iran fired missiles at the UK’s Diego Garcia base in March; one missile failed, and another was intercepted.
Iran claims some of its missiles can reach the UK and parts of Europe, but experts question their accuracy and reliability.
The UK says it is committed to protecting its people and working with allies without entering the wider conflict.
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Canada is preparing its response after the United States announced new tariffs of 50% on about 20 billion Canadian dollars worth of Canadian goods. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said all options are open depending on how talks with the US progress before the tariffs start on August 19.
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The US will impose 50% tariffs on certain Canadian imports starting August 19.
These tariffs target Canadian products like wine, hockey sticks, dairy, alcohol, and some industrial goods such as cement.
Some Canadian exports, like energy, potash, critical minerals, and fish, are exempt from these tariffs.
Canada is discussing a range of possible responses but has not specified any specific actions.
Prime Minister Mark Carney met with provincial leaders to coordinate Canada's reply and support affected workers and businesses.
The tariffs come amid ongoing, slow negotiations to update the North American trade deal (USMCA) between the US, Canada, and Mexico.
The US says the tariffs aim to protect American workers and address the trade deficit with Canada.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer hopes to have interim agreements with Canada and Mexico by the end of the year, but tougher issues may take longer.
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Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over leaked exam papers. The strike stopped after Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to create a stronger law to prevent exam paper leaks.
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Sonam Wangchuk fasted for 26 days to protest exam paper leaks in India.
He wanted Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign because of the leaks.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the leaks a serious problem for many students.
Modi said he will introduce tougher laws to stop exam paper leaks.
Wangchuk ended his hunger strike late Thursday after negotiations and concerns about possible violence.
He supported a youth political group called the Cockroach Janta Party, which also demands Pradhan’s resignation.
Wangchuk promised to explain the negotiated conditions in another video.
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